This holiday is the last of three Russian holidays in August: Honey Spas (August 14), Apple Spas (August 19), and Nut Spas (August 29). These holidays celebrate the harvesting of honey, fruit, and nuts, and many Russians eat the featured food on these holidays. Also, many Russians visit friends, carrying with them candy or flower gifts, and give small gifts to children.
Here are some Russian recipes with honey, apples, and nuts. Or try these recipes for Russian Nut Balls, Nut Roll Bread, or Nut Cakes.
- Play a Russian game.
- Learn some Russian.
- Or learn about a kid’s life in Russia.